Winterrowd Lake Dam, located in Williamson County, Texas, was completed in 1956 with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or a small fish pond.
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The dam, standing at 23 feet high and stretching 605 feet in length, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. It is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 93 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 143 acre-feet. Despite the absence of a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for Winterrowd Lake Dam is rated as high (2), highlighting the importance of proper risk management measures. With its association with the USDA NRCS and its location on TR-Spring Branch, this structure serves as a crucial water resource for the region, supporting various purposes such as fire protection, recreation, and stock maintenance. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Winterrowd Lake Dam is an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
605 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
143 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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